Ira E. Ellsworth, Jr.

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Posted Jan. 30, 2013 at 12:01 AM

Posted Jan. 30, 2013 at 12:01 AM

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Stockton, CA

Ira E. Ellsworth, Jr.

October 1, 1927 - January 25, 2013

Ira E. Ellsworth, Jr. passed away at the age of 85 on January 25, 2013. Ira was born in Stockton, CA on October 1, 1927 to Ira and Bernice Ellsworth. He was a life long resident of Stockton. Ira worked at the Port of Stockton for 50 years as a Longshoreman, following in his father's footsteps. He was a member of the International Longshoreman and Warehouseman's Union. He loved spending time with his family and friends. Ira was an avid vegetable gardener. He also raised chickens, turkeys, sheep, pigs and rabbits. Ira enjoyed playing card games, collecting coins and doing crossword puzzles and other word games. He also loved to cook and listen to old style country music. In his early years he enjoyed fishing, camping, and hunting. In his later years he enjoyed traveling many times to Hawaii. Ira was a loyal Giant's baseball fan ever since they moved to California in the 50's. He loved to take his family to the games and was blessed to watch his favorite team win the World Series on TV twice.

Ira was preceded in death by his wife Joan, father Ira Sr. and mother Bernice, brother George and sister Delores. He is survived by his daughter Patricia, grandchildren; Vanessa and Brian, great grandchildren; Sara, Amanda and Daniel, and great-great grandson Ryan. Ira also leaves behind his longtime friend Karen and her daughters Dawn and Misty, longtime friend and caregiver David as well as his brother Donnie. Ira will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

A Graveside Service will be held at 11:30 am Friday, February 1, 2013 in the Garden of Freedom at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 & Harney Ln., Lodi. Ira was a giving man, so in his honor memorial contributions may be made in his name to any local homeless shelter or small neighborhood church. Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home is honored to serve the Ellsworth Family. Please sign the